Shop Solutions June 2023
Engine and machine shop tips and tricks.
Charles Leclerc to Auction Monaco Grand Prix Race-Worn Apparel for Italy Flood Victims
RM Sotheby’s has announced a charity auction of Charles Leclerc’s race-worn helmet, race suit, gloves, and boots, all worn during the 2023 Monaco Grand Prix weekend. The ‘Charles Leclerc for Emilia-Romagna!’ sale, which represents an important personal initiative by Leclerc, offers a rare opportunity to acquire highly coveted race apparel directly from the Scuderia Ferrari
Choate Engineering Performance’s 6.7L Powerstroke Engine
Choate Engineering Performance, located in Bolivar, TN, does a ton of diesel engine remanufacturing and custom engine building. We were recently visiting the shop and got the run down of Choate’s 6.7L Powerstroke build. It’s our Diesel of the Week!
Twin-Charged 3.0L EcoDiesel Engine
The 3.0L EcoDiesel is known for its incredible fuel economy and low-end torque, not necessarily for its high-horsepower capabilities. But that won’t stop some from building a formidable Pike’s Peak race engine with both turbocharging and supercharging. Check it out!
Pennzoil and API on Developing Motor Oil Standards
For more than 90 years, Pennzoil has worked alongside the American Petroleum Institute (API) to ensure Pennzoil products meet – and often exceed – the stringent requirements of motor oil specifications implemented to best help protect the performance of your engine. With the industry ever-evolving, Pennzoil sat down with API Senior Manager, Jeff Harmening, to take a
Ryan Blaney Takes Home First Coca-Cola 600 Victory
Team Penske’s Ryan Blaney claimed his first victory of the season and 8th of his NASCAR Cup Series career after winning the 64th running of the Coca-Cola 600. This Monday’s win marked the first time that team owner, Roger Penske, has ever won the Coca-Cola 600 and Indy 500 in the same year. “Congratulations to
Erson Diesel Performance Valves
New valves from Erson Cams are designed for high performance diesel applications. Intake valves are made from 21-4N stainless alloy and exhaust valves are Inconel alloy with a stellite facing for maximum durability under the extreme heat and stress produced by turbocharged and supercharged diesel engines. All valves feature full machined heads with swirl polished
PPIHC Partners with USAC
The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, brought to you by Gran Turismo is pleased to welcome our racing colleagues at the United States Auto Club (USAC) back to Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain as we move into our second century of auto racing. While the PPIHC remains a self-sanctioned motorsports event, USAC will provide
SEMA Announces Board Election Results
SEMA members have elected Melanie White, President of Hellwig Products, and Ted Wentz III, CEO of Quadratec, to lead the association over the next several years as key members of the 2023-2024 SEMA Board of Directors. White was voted incoming chair and fills the position held for the past two years by Kyle Fickler (ProCharger),
Turbocharged and Nitrous-Boosted 429 cid LSX Engine
It’s tough to beat the lines and looks of a Chevy Nova. Jason Sack’s 1969 Nova is certainly up there in terms of coolest-looking, and it doesn’t hurt that it has 2,200+ horsepower under the hood courtesy of a turbocharged and nitrous-boosted 429 cid LSX engine! See for yourself!
Jason Sack’s Turbocharged 429 cid LSX Engine
Jason Sack had arguably one of the nicest Novas we saw during Sick Week 2023. The car’s beauty had some sort of gravitational pull as we walked passed it in the pits. Naturally, we gave in and stopped to have a chat with Jason Sack about his 1969 Nova and its turbocharged 429 cid LSX
Kill Devil Diesel’s 7.0L Billet Powerstroke Engine
The team at Kill Devil Diesel does some amazing work surrounding all light-duty diesel engines, but the Poplar Branch, NC-based shop specializes in Ford Powerstroke work. As such, they do a ton of trick stuff on 6.0L Powerstrokes, and we got a first glimpse at a billet 7.0L/6.0L Powerstroke build for Charlie Fish of KC
MAHLE Aftermarket Renews Sponsorship with Drag Racer Melanie Salemi
MAHLE Aftermarket has renewed its sponsorship with renowned drag racer, Melanie Salemi, of Melanie Salemi Motorsports, for the 2023 season. The agreement includes serving as a sponsor with the Professional Drag Racers Association (PDRA) Pro Modified racecar series. In addition, Salemi plays a key role as contributor of the Team MAHLE engine parts test team.
Yamaha, Honda, Kawasaki and Suzuki to Co-Develop Hydrogen Small Mobility Engines
The Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has granted approval to Yamaha Motor Co., Honda Motor Co, Kawasaki Motors and Suzuki Motor Corporation to form the technological research association HySE (Hydrogen Small mobility and Engine technology), which will develop hydrogen-powered engines for small mobility – suitable for fitment to motorcycles, small marine vessels, construction
MAHLE: Choice of Champions Promotion Starts
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. announces the launch of its 2023 “MAHLE: The Choice of Champions” promotion. Now through September 23, technicians can enter the sweepstakes for the chance to win one of two custom-built vehicles engineered by some of the industry’s finest racing and automotive enthusiast legends. The vehicles up for grabs are a Petty’s Garage
DEI Announces Partnership with Summit Motorsports Park
America’s Racetrack and one of the nation’s premier producers of automotive heat control products are teaming up in 2023. Design Engineering, Inc. (DEI) is pleased to announce a marketing partnership with Summit Motorsports Park, which is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. Opened in 1963, Summit Motorsports Park specializes in presenting family entertainment and hosts a
Motion Announces Two Executive Promotions
Motion Industries (Mi)–the distributor of maintenance, repair and operation replacement parts and industrial technology solutions headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama–has announced the promotions of Joe Limbaugh to executive vice president – chief operations officer (COO) and James Howe to executive vice president – chief commercial officer/chief technology officer, effective June 1. Both will continue to report
Wilwood Engineering Hires Brian Cox as Media Relations Manager
Wilwood Engineering–the Camarillo, California-based designer and manufacturer of high-performance disc brakes and components–has appointed Brian Cox as its new Media Relations Manager. Cox joins the Marketing/Advertising team and will focus on new and long-standing relationships in automotive, truck, off-road and racing media. He will also help optimize and organize media ad buys, ad campaign creation
Mastercam’s CNC Software Appoints New Marketing Director
CNC Software–the developers of Tolland, Connecticut-based Mastercam–has announced that Liz Shovlin is its new marketing director. Shovlin will lead efforts to support the brand’s ongoing market expansion and further develop the company’s position as one of the global leaders in manufacturing technology. Shovlin has a wealth of sales and marketing experience, first starting her career
SCCA Announces ’23 Runoffs Schedule, Bonus Class
The Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) has announced the 2023 installment of the SCCA National Championship Runoffs will take place September 23-October 3, at VIRginia International Raceway in Alton, Virginia. The event is currently slated to include three days of testing (September 23-25) and three days of qualifying sessions (September 26-28). These will be